Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
anticline
noun
/ˈæn.tɪ.ˌklaɪn/
Definition
A type of fold that is arch-like in shape, where rock layers are bent upwards.
Examples
- The Appalachian Mountains contain several anticlines that have formed over millions of years.
- Geologists study anticlines to locate potential natural resources.
- The anticline in the sedimentary layers indicates significant geological activity in the past.
Meaning
Anticlines are often formed by tectonic forces that push rock layers upward, resulting in a convex shape. They can hold oil and gas deposits.
Synonyms
- fold
- uplift
- arch
